Kushiro Itsukushima Shrine
釧路厳島神社
Hokkaido · Kushiro
Itsukushima Maritime Safety
Kanpei Taisha
Munakata Taisha
宗像大社
Admission
Free (Shinpo-kan museum ¥800)
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥500
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours (museum 9:00–16:30)
Overview
Munakata Taisha is a complex of three shrines stretching from the Kyushu mainland across islands to Okinoshima — a forbidden sacred island where women are still barred and even male visitors must strip naked and purify themselves in the sea before stepping ashore. The island yielded 80,000 ritual artifacts spanning 500 years, all designated National Treasures. In 2017, the site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
History
2017📄Documented
Okinoshima and associated sites inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Goddess of water, islands, music, eloquence, and wealth; one of the three Munakata goddesses
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Blessings
Shrine Network
Munakata head
Head shrine of approximately 6,000 branch shrines nationwide.
Did You Know?
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All 80,000 ritual artifacts from Okinoshima are designated National Treasures — the largest single NT designation in Japan.
Source: documented
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Okinoshima remains off-limits to all women and to men without special permission — one of the last truly forbidden islands.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
33.8314, 130.5139
Physical Address
2331 Tajima, Munakata, Fukuoka 811-3505
〒811-3505 福岡県宗像市田島2331
Access
Togo Station (JR Kagoshima Line)
Hours
24 hours (museum 9:00–16:30)
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Munakata Taisha?
Munakata Taisha is a complex of three shrines stretching from the Kyushu mainland across islands to Okinoshima — a forbidden sacred island where women are still barred and even male visitors must strip naked and purify themselves in the sea before stepping ashore. The island yielded 80,000 ritual artifacts spanning 500 years, all designated National Treasures. In 2017, the site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Where is Munakata Taisha located?
Munakata Taisha is located in Munakata, Fukuoka. The full address is: 2331 Tajima, Munakata, Fukuoka 811-3505.
What deities are enshrined at Munakata Taisha?
The enshrined deities are: Ichikishimahime no Mikoto, Tagorihime no Mikoto, Tagitsuhime no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Munakata Taisha?
Munakata Taisha is known for: Maritime Safety, Traffic Safety, National Protection.
How do I get to Munakata Taisha?
The nearest station is Togo Station (JR Kagoshima Line). Nishitetsu Bus from Togo Station, ~12 min